18 Days Level 3 Working As A Close Protection Operative Within The Private Security Industry (195 Glhrs)
Close Protection Operative Level 3 Certificate (SIA Licence Applicable)
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
UCP Course Also Gives The Learner The Minimum Requirements If Ex-Military, To Apply For Overseas High-Risk Jobs Such As Iraq And South America. Domestic Surveillance Employment And Entry Into The World Of The Professional Bodyguard.




COURSE INFORMATION
The 195 Guided Learning Hours Close Protection Course Covers All Aspects From Theory To Practical With 3 Multiple Questions Exam Papers At The End Of The Course. You Will Be Put Through Your Paces From Our Highly Experienced Tutors, So Prepare To Train Hard Every Single Day. We Finish The Course With 3 Days Of Final Exercises Protecting 3 Types Of Clients That You Will Possibly Come Across In Your Future Career, So This Course Really Prepares You For Medium And High Risk And Celebrity Bodyguarding Duties.
Course Assessment Method
To Complete The Level 3 Certificate For Close Protection Operatives In The Private Security Industry, Delegates Must Complete 7 Modules.
This Qualification Is Graded As Pass/Fail. To Pass The Close Protection Operative Course You Will Have To Pass Multiple-Choice Examinations And Practical Assessments As Follows:
Module 1 – Principles Of Working As A Close Protection Operative In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Multiple-Choice Question Examination Made Up Of 52 Questions (80 Min.). Pass Mark = 70%
Practical Assessment: Workbook. Pass Mark = 100%
Module 2 – Working As A Close Protection Operative In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Externally Set Workbook
Practical Assessment: Workbook Portfolio Of Evidence. Pass Mark = 100%
Module 3 – Application Of Conflict Management In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Multiple-Choice Question Examination Made Up Of 20 Questions (30 Min.). Pass Mark = 70%
Practical Assessment: One Practical Scenario. Pass Mark = 100%
Module 4 – Principles Of Terror Threat Awareness In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Externally Set And Marked Multiple-Choice Question Examination Made Up Of 10 Questions (20 Min.). Pass Mark = 70%
Module 5 – Principles Of Working As A Door Supervisor For Close Protection Operatives In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Multiple-Choice Question Examination Made Up Of 29 Questions (45 Min.). Pass Mark = 72%
Module 6 – Application Of Physical Intervention Skills For Close Protection Operatives In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Multiple-Choice Question Examination Made Up Of 30 Questions (45 Min.). Pass Mark = 80%
Practical Assessment: Demonstration Of Every Technique And Question And Answer Session To Cover Critical Areas Of PI Knowledge. Pass Mark = 100%
Module 7 – Application Of Physical Intervention Skills In The Private Security Industry
Knowledge Assessment: Multiple-Choice Question Examination Made Up Of 30 Questions (45 Min.). Pass Mark = 80%
Practical Assessment: Demonstration Of Every Technique And Question And Answer Session To Cover Critical Areas Of PI Knowledge. Pass Mark = 100%
Minimum Required Kit List
Clothing
- Grey, Blue Or Black Suit, Black Shoes, Dark Or Neutral Tie, Black Socks, Belt
- Casual Jeans Or Dockers; Gym Clothing
- Laptop With Microsoft Word And Power Point,
- USB Memory Stick With 10 GB Max
- Pencil And Pen, Eraser
Anyone Wishing To Enter The Medium To High Risk Industry Of Close Protection Armed And Unarmed And To Enter The Surveillance Industry As A Trained Operative.
The 18-Day UCP Course Also Gives The Learner The Minimum Requirements To Apply For Overseas High-Risk Jobs Such As Iraq And South America. Domestic Surveillance Employment And Entry Into The World Of Surveillance



WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- instructor
- Training equipment
- Exams
- Awards
- Classroom
- Range (where applicable)
- Ammo (where applicable)
- Kitchen with microwave and Fridge
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED:
- Accommodation (where applicable)
- Food and beverages
- Flights (where applicable)
- Airport Transfers (where applicable)
- Safety Glasses (where applicable)
- Ear Defenders (where applicable)
Course Length
18 Days
Course Cost
£2400
Location
UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Thailand, Singapore, Sri Lanka, New Zealand and Lebanon
Course Dates
10th – 27th of February
3rd – 20th of March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November
Qualification
Skill Prerequisites
- Good Understanding For English
*All prerequisite awards should not be expired
so please check the expiry date before applying
*All Candidates should have a reasonable level
of personal fitness
COURSE CONTENTS
The Qualification Comprises Three Mandatory Units:
Unit 1 – Working As A Close Protection Operative
- Understand The Roles And Responsibilities Of A Close Protection Operative
- Understand Basic Surveillance, Anti-Surveillance And Counter-Surveillance Techniques
- Understand Legislation Relevant To A Close Protection Operative
- Understand The Importance Of Interpersonal Skills Within A Close Protection Environment
- Understand The Importance Of Reconnaissance Within A Close Protection Environment
- Understand Search Procedures Within A Close Protection Environment
- Be Able To Establish And Maintain Secure Environments
Unit 2 – Planning, Preparing And Supporting A Close Protection Operation
- Understand The Importance Of Threat Assessment, Risk Management And Operational Planning
- Understand The Importance Of Teamwork And Operational Briefing Within A Close Protection Environment
- Understand Close Protection Foot Drills
- Understand The Importance Of Planning For Route Selection
- Understand The Importance Of Transport Management Within The Close Protection Environment
- Understand Incident Management Within A Close Protection Environment
- Understand Venue Security Operations
- Be Able To Plan And Prepare To Carry Out A Close Protection Operation
- Be Able To Provide Close Protection Of A Principal
Unit 3 – Conflict Management Within The Private Security Industry
- Understand The Principles Of Conflict Management Appropriate To Their Role
- Understand How To Recognise, Assess And Reduce Risk In Conflict Situations
- Understand How To Communicate In Emotive Situations To De-Escalate Conflict
- Understand How To Develop And Use Problem-Solving Strategies For Resolving Conflict
- Understand Good Practice To Follow Conflict Situations
Unit 4 – Principles Of Terror Threat Awareness In The Private Security Industry
Unit 5 – Principles Of Working As A Door Supervisor For Close Protection Operatives In The Private Security Industry
- Bespoke Physical Intervention Skills
- Knowledge Of Door Supervisor Responsibilities (Including Protecting Vulnerable People)
Unit 6 – Application Of Physical Intervention Skills For Close Protection Operatives In The Private Security Industry
Unit 7 – Application Of Physical Intervention Skills In The Private Security Industry